Last Updated: August 10, 2026

At hometafy, we understand that the integrity of the refrigerant supply chain is paramount to the safety, efficiency, and legal compliance of HVAC systems. Counterfeit, adulterated, and illegally imported refrigerants pose a serious risk to equipment performance, technician safety, and environmental regulatory compliance. This Authorized Retailer & Authenticity Guarantee explains our supply chain standards, purity commitments, and the protections you receive when you purchase refrigerant from us.

1. Authorized Distribution Status

hometafy is a licensed, authorized distributor for leading refrigerant manufacturers in the United States. We source our entire inventory of virgin refrigerant directly from the original chemical manufacturers or their designated primary wholesalers. We do not purchase product from unauthorized brokers, secondary-market resellers, or unverified third-party suppliers. This direct sourcing model allows us to maintain full chain of custody over every cylinder we sell, from the manufacturer's filling facility to your receiving dock.

2. 100% Virgin Gas Guarantee

We expressly warrant that every cylinder of refrigerant sold on hometafy.com contains 100% virgin, newly manufactured refrigerant gas. We do not sell, distribute, blend, or offer any reclaimed, recycled, recovered, or reprocessed refrigerant on our standard product listings — unless explicitly and clearly stated as such in a separate certified product listing. When we do offer reclaimed product (exclusively for R-22, which is no longer produced as virgin under the federal phase-down), that product is clearly labelled, accompanied by an AHRI Standard 700 certified purity analysis, and offered in full compliance with EPA regulations governing the sale of reclaimed refrigerants.

3. Certificate of Analysis (COA)

Every cylinder shipped from our distribution centre is accompanied by the manufacturer's Certificate of Analysis (COA) or equivalent purity certification document. The COA verifies the specific chemical composition of the contents, including:

  • Purity level (typically ≥ 99.5% or higher, depending on the compound grade)
  • Moisture content in parts per million (ppm)
  • Acidity levels measured as hydrogen chloride (HCl) equivalents
  • Non-condensable gas content
  • Chloride and particulate levels

This documentation provides an auditable record of the refrigerant's quality and confirms that it meets or exceeds the applicable AHRI Standard 700 purity requirements for the specific compound. If you require a COA before placing an order or for your regulatory compliance files, please request it from our support team at contact@hometafy.com.

4. Anti-Counterfeit Measures

The global HVAC industry faces a growing threat from counterfeit, illegally imported, and mislabeled refrigerant cylinders. hometafy employs strict supply chain verification protocols to ensure that every cylinder we receive and distribute is genuine. These measures include:

  • Verification of manufacturer holograms, tamper-evident seals, and unique batch numbers on every incoming cylinder
  • Reconciliation of each cylinder against manufacturer shipping manifests and purchase orders
  • Visual inspection of cylinder labelling, valve branding, and packaging for signs of tampering or counterfeiting
  • Exclusive purchasing from manufacturer-authorized distribution channels — never from secondary markets, online auctions, or unverified brokers
  • Scrutiny of pricing anomalies that could indicate unauthorized product diversion

5. Industry Standards Compliance

All refrigerant sold by hometafy meets or exceeds the purity and quality requirements established by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) Standard 700. This voluntary industry standard defines the acceptable purity levels, testing methods, and documentation requirements for fluorocarbon refrigerants. By adhering to AHRI Standard 700, we ensure that the refrigerant in every cylinder we sell will perform as intended in certified HVAC equipment.

6. Our Authenticity Promise

If you ever have a reason to believe that a product you purchased from hometafy is not authentic, virgin-grade refrigerant from a recognized manufacturer, please contact us immediately at contact@hometafy.com. We take every authenticity concern seriously and will:

  • Launch an immediate investigation by reviewing our supply chain records, batch numbers, and inbound inspection documentation for the specific cylinder in question.
  • Arrange for independent third-party testing of the refrigerant composition at our expense if the situation warrants.
  • Provide a full refund and cover all associated costs, including return shipping and testing fees, if the product is found to be non-compliant with our authenticity and purity standards.
  • Report confirmed counterfeit product to the manufacturer and the appropriate regulatory authorities to help protect the broader industry.

7. Glossary of Terms

  • AHRI Standard 700: The industry standard published by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute that defines purity requirements and testing methods for fluorocarbon refrigerants.
  • COA (Certificate of Analysis): A manufacturer-issued document that verifies the chemical composition, purity level, and quality metrics of a specific production batch of refrigerant.
  • Virgin refrigerant: Newly manufactured refrigerant gas that has never been used in or recovered from an HVAC system, as opposed to reclaimed, recycled, or recovered refrigerant.
  • Chain of custody: The documented, auditable record of each transfer of a product from manufacturer through distributor to end customer, ensuring authenticity and quality at every step.

8. Contact Information

For questions about our authorized distribution status, product authenticity, or to request a Certificate of Analysis, please contact us:

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. hometafy is a licensed, authorized distributor sourcing directly from original chemical manufacturers or their designated primary wholesalers — never from unauthorized brokers or secondary-market resellers.
Yes, on standard listings. The only exception is clearly labelled reclaimed R-22, which is offered with an AHRI Standard 700 certified purity analysis in full compliance with EPA regulations.
Every cylinder ships with a manufacturer's COA. If you need one before ordering or for compliance files, request it from contact@hometafy.com.
Contact contact@hometafy.com immediately. We'll investigate our supply chain records, arrange independent testing if needed, and provide a full refund plus associated costs if the product is found non-compliant.